Scanner has stopped working properly, Additional troubleshooting information – HP 5590 User Manual
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scanner has stopped working properly
If the scanner stops scanning, complete the following steps, in order. After each 
step, start a scan to see if the scanner is working. If the problem continues, 
proceed with the next step.
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A cable might be loose. Ensure that both the USB cable and power cable 
are securely connected.
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Unplug the power cable from the power source, wait 60 seconds, and 
then plug it back in.
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Restart your computer.
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A software conflict might exist on your computer. You might need to 
reinstall the HP Photo & Imaging software. To do this, run the Repair utility 
(Windows computers only). 
a. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel (in Windows 
XP, click Start, and then click Control Panel).
b. Click Add/Remove Programs, and then select the HP Photo & Imaging
software.
c. Click Add/Remove (or Change, depending on your version of
Windows).
d. Follow the instructions on the computer screen, and then click Repair.
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Install the scanner on another computer. This helps determine whether the 
problem is related to the computer or to the scanner.
If the scanner still does not work, visitontact 
HP Customer Support. For more information about support, see product support 
on page 20.
additional troubleshooting information
To solve other problems with the scanner, use the Help system. To gain access 
to the Help, open the HP Director, click Help, and then click HP Scanjet 5590 
scanner help. This Help system provides information about the HP Scanjet 5590 
scanner as well as information about the HP Photo & Imaging software itself.